Painter

Position Overview

APEX is currently seeking a Painter to join its Aerospace Component Manufacturing Group . This is a full-time, permanent position reporting to the Special Processing Supervisor .

The Painter is responsible for preparing parts and materials and applying paint or other non-metallic coatings in accordance with customer specifications and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

•

Coordinate assigned work as directed by the Supervisor and promptly report any quality concerns.

•

Plan and perform work efficiently to optimize the use of materials, labor, and equipment while meeting production and quality requirements outlined in shop documentation.

•

Maintain production schedules and support inventory levels of raw materials and finished products.

•

Ensure products meet customer requirements and contractual obligations.

•

Perform chemical preparation, masking, and racking of parts.

•

Select and mix paints using automated paint-mixing equipment according to established formulas.

•

Operate equipment to clean, wash, strip, sand, remove corrosion, fill dents, or otherwise prepare items for coating.

•

Apply paint, lacquer, and other protective or decorative coatings using hand-held spray equipment.

•

Clean, inspect, and maintain equipment, ventilation systems, compressed air systems, and personal protective equipment (PPE).

•

Load, unload, and move materials and products using appropriate material-handling techniques and equipment.

•

Operate pallet jacks and other material-handling devices to load and unload trucks and trailers.

•

Perform additional duties as required to meet operational needs, including opening containers or crates, assisting with inventory, weighing and checking materials, and supporting production schedules.

•

Maintain stock of paints, tapes, chemicals, and related materials.

•

Coordinate with suppliers and purchasing on consignment materials and submit required documentation.

•

Monitor shelf life, rotate materials as required, and maintain accurate shelf-life logs.

•

Consistently use all required personal protective equipment in accordance with safety policies and direction from the safety committee or lead hand.

Qualifications

•

High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

•

Technical or trade school training is considered an asset.

•

Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a positive, professional attitude.

•

Strong willingness and ability to learn new processes and materials.

•

Self-motivated with the ability to perform repetitive tasks consistently.

•

Excellent attention to detail.

•

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision.

•

Willingness to become familiar with customer requirements, AS9100, and NADCAP procedures.

•

Ability to meet tight deadlines and remain organized in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.